What is sub soil drainage?

A Subsoil Drain is a slotted or perforated pipe laid below ground, and designed to remove excess water from the surrounding soil. Subsoil drains are often surrounded by a geotextile material to stop soil particles entering the pipe.

How do you drain waterlogged ground?

How to Fix a Waterlogged Lawn

1. Aeration. Aerating the lawn will help to improve drainage and will add air into the soil which will improve the conditions for the grass roots to live in.
2. Moss Killer & Fertiliser.
3. Dig A French Drain.
4. Choose Permeable Paths & Patios.
5. Dig A Ditch.
6. Plant A Bog Garden.
7. Over-Seeding.
8. Collect Rainwater.

What is agricultural land drainage?

An agricultural drainage system is a system by which water is drained on or in the soil to enhance agricultural production of crops. It may involve any combination of stormwater control, erosion control, and watertable control.

Which soil is best in drainage?

The idea soil for most plants is loam (a mixture of sand, silt and clay). This type of soil is ideal because it allows the water to drain freely while still retaining nutrients and moisture.

How big of grading band do you need for Teagasc?

Otherwise it is an extremely expensive way of collecting little water. • Most of the stone being used for land drainage today is too big. Clean aggregate in the 10–40 mm (0.4 to 1.5 inch approx) grading band should be used. Generally you get what you pay for.

When is World Soil Day at Teagasc?

World Soil Day is marked on 5 December each year. Teagasc has a long history of soils research and is currently working at the cutting edge of soils research in association with national and international collaborators.

Why is soil drainage a problem in Ireland?

Soil drainage poses particular challenges in Ireland. The great variety of soils and soil problems means that every drainage challenge is unique.

What are the requirements for a drainage system?

Usually it is only when the watertable rises to within 50 – 75cm of the ground surface over an extended period that it creates a drainage problem. The most important requirements for design are: 1. Soil permeability – if there is more than one layer, the permeability of each layer must be found. 2.